Velonetic Hub at Lloyd’s of London Building
Situated on the fourth floor of the Grade 1 listed Lloyd’s Building, Velonetic stands as a captivating presence in a location steeped in historical significance. The Lloyd’s Building, renowned for its distinctive architecture, provides an unparalleled backdrop for this forward-thinking hub. But how does one seamlessly blend modern design with a building that echoes the past? Velonetic took up the challenge to create an environment that respects tradition and embraces cutting-edge innovation within the insurance industry.
Purposefully departing from the corporate aesthetic typically associated with the Lloyd’s Building, Velonetic’s redesigned space introduces a harmonious contrast. Here, modernity and tradition engage in a dance—a fusion that captivates the senses. In close collaboration with Amron Architectural, Banker Wire’s representative in the UK, architects at Basha-Franklin orchestrated a creative solution for the wall panels and room dividers surrounding the main lobby. The chosen material? The elegant Banker Wire WD-268: a decorative stainless steel welded wire mesh that seamlessly marries form and function.
The Banker Wire WD-268 stainless steel welded wire mesh, meticulously framed into panels, adorns the walls like a tapestry of innovation. Its intricate patterns play with light and shadow, casting a spell on all who enter. But this welded wire mesh is more than mere aesthetics—it’s a testament to Velonetic’s commitment to pushing boundaries. The juxtaposition of the historical setting and the contemporary mesh invites curiosity, sparking conversations and inspiring fresh ideas.
Velonetic’s agility, collaboration, and forward-thinking values are welded into every wire of the Banker Wire WD-268. As the sun filters through the mesh, it casts intricate patterns on the floor, reminding all who walk here that they stand at the crossroads of history and possibility.
About Banker Wire
Banker Wire is the world’s leading woven and welded wire mesh manufacturer for architectural and industrial applications. From intricate design highlights in architectural environments to large-scale industrial applications, the company’s scalable operations ensure every mesh job is precisely manufactured according to the specifications of each order. Durable, sustainable, and available in thousands of patterns, wire mesh is the ideal medium to satisfy any project regardless of its function or aesthetic. Founded in 1896, Banker Wire’s state-of-the-art facility in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, employs proprietary equipment and processes refined for over a century, bringing unmatched customization, variety, quality, and service to customers globally.
UK Representative: Amron Architectural
Architect: Basha-Franklin
Photography: Philip Durrant
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